Lake Erie Speedway Stock Car Driving Experience

Imagine the thrill of revving a powerful V8 high performance engine into life, slamming the hammer down and unleashing 400+ horsepower on the track!

Give them an unforgettable day at the racetrack as they get a taste of the thrilling, high octane world of professional stock car driving. This is the perfect gift for the racing fan in your life.

No previous racing experience required!

When you arrive at Lake Erie Speedway, you’ll have an in-depth briefing where veteran racing instructors will tell you everything you need to know to get your speed up and lap times down.

Next, you’ll get dressed in a full-face helmet and a fire-retardant driving suit over your clothes. The pit crew will make sure you are buckled snuggly into your 5-point racing harness, and your one-way radio is connected to your helmet. As you are roaring around the track, they will be communicating with you the entire time helping you drive safely, while at the same time, getting your speed up to a mind-blowing level.

Once you’re inside the stock car and the green flag is waved, you'll need to put it all into practice as you unleash that mighty V8 engine!

• Soar around Lake Erie Speedway's 3/8-mile asphalt oval.
• Feel the awesome power of a stock car's 400+ horsepower engine.
• Instructed by veteran racing professionals.
• You will be wearing a fireproof driver's suit, helmet with one-way radio communication. You'll feel like a racing pro!

The Cars:

• All the stock cars have standard transmissions. There is very little shifting involved. You can do this experience even with little to no manual transmission experience. If you need assistance operating a standard vehicle the pit crew will help you exit the pit area and get you up to speed quickly.
• The cars are designed to race on smaller short oval racetracks.
• Late Model - A high-performance, purpose-build stock car designed for racing on oval tracks, with racing suspensions, powerful V8 engines, tube-frame chassis, and lightweight bodies.
• Super Late Model - lighter, faster and more powerful than a Late Model stock car.
• Modified - an open-wheel stock car used mainly on shorter oval tracks, lighter and more agile with exposed front wheels.

Location:

• Erie Pennsylvania, a short drive from Buffalo VIEW MAP

How fast will I be able to go?

• Really fast! The speeds vary according to a driver’s individual performance. Every driver and racetrack is different.

• The minimum age to drive a stock car is 18 years.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• The Ride Along minimum age is 14 years. They must be accompanied by a legal guardian or parent at the race track.
• Minimum height requirement is 5′ tall. Maximum height allowasble is 6' 4". Chest and waist and chest cannot exceed 52".
• Drivers must be able to climb through a 15” high by 28” wide window that sits 35” from the ground. The race cars do not have doors.
• All participants are provided with a Full-Faced Helmet (with one-way radio communication) and Driver's Suit.
• Closed-toed shoes are required. A running shoe or equivalent usually works best (no boots). The shoes you wear should allow you to feel the pedals through the sole. Open-toed shoes are not permitted.
• Wear clothes that will be comfortable under the driver’s suit.
• How long is the driving event? The event will last 2-3 hours for driving experiences depending upon your lap package and the flow of the day. If you are driving, please show up 20-30 minutes prior to your scheduled driving time.
• Ride – Along: Please allow for about an hour for your ride-along. There is no orientation for the Ride-Along experience ... you get suited up and away you go.
• This experience is weather dependent. If your racing event is cancelled due to weather, your certificate will be rescheduled for a future date in the next 12 months. Refunds cannot be issued.
• Once reserved with the experience provider, rescheduling within 30 days of the event date incurs a rescheduling fee of 50% of the package price.
• You are financially responsible for all damage caused to the car due to driver error. A Vehicle Protection Plan is available for $60.00, subject to a $1000.00 deductible. You can purchase optional insurance at the race car track on the day of your event. Due to the quality of the training and cars, damage is rare, but you will be responsible for any damage to the racecar.

How To Book Your Experience